Programs and Services

Provides home-based intervention to families formed through adoption or subsidized guardianship. Counseling, crisis intervention and 24-hour on-call assistance help address adjustment, grief/loss resolution, attachment, educational and emotional issues. This DCFS-supported program also provides therapeutic respite services, psycho-educational and support groups, workshops, and help securing resources.

Investigates reports of abuse, neglect, exploitation and self-neglect of seniors ages 60 and older and adults ages 18 to 59 with disabilities. When allegations of abuse or neglect are substantiated, interventions are planned with the client, family and others to reduce the risk of further harm. Legal service referrals are provided as needed.

Offer supportive counseling to adults, children and families in any phase of life to assist in handling challenges related to mental health and recovery. When needed, psychiatric evaluation and medication monitoring are available to keep care on track. Services geared towards children and adolescents help them recover from emotional difficulties, strengthen family

Works to reduce recidivism by reaching high-risk individuals who are victims or perpetrators of gun-violence related-crimes. Through Job Readiness Training and industry-recognized training and certification, the CP4P Workforce Development program provides unemployed and underemployed individuals opportunities to prepare for and attain meaningful and sustainable employment. The program works with individuals ages 18 to 49 years old.

Are designed to coordinate community assets within a school and foster the holistic growth of young individuals between Kindergarten through 12th grade. Programming typically operates during non-school hours (before school, after school, and weekends) and aims to strengthen and develop youth in the areas of education, life skills, civic engagement, career exploration, social emotional learning, and physical and mental well-being. Services include before and after school programs (recreation and academic), cultural opportunities, case management, and family and community events. Using positive youth development and restorative approaches, programs foster family and community partnerships and empower youth voice and leadership opportunities.

Provides safety planning and emotional support to survivors of abuse and their children witnesses. Services include individual counseling, educational groups, case management, linkages and referrals, community outreach, and educational presentations on domestic violence. The program is

Provides information about the Domestic Violence court system, support throughout the court process and safety planning to domestic violence survivors seeking orders of protection or the prosecution of their abusers at the domestic

Provide expectant and new parents with education and support they need at the time of their child’s birth and during the first three years of the most crucial first five years of life. Sessions in the home focus on providing young children with experiences that foster healthy growth and development and positive parent-child interactions. Families also meet for activities, to socialize and attend workshops to gain resources on health, including mental health, nutrition, housing, and employment.

Provides assistance to grandparents (55+) who are raising children by offering support groups, resources, and referrals in the efforts to provide safe, stable, and loving homes for children.

Works to bridge the gap between the best-paid apprenticeships, women and people of color by providing 10-week, in-person pre-apprenticeship training, where individuals can earn industry-recognized credentials. The program also provides a weekly stipend and wrap-around social services.

Helps individuals who are either underemployed, unemployed or are facing one or more barriers to employment by providing career pathway opportunities and support services needed for successful re-entry into the labor force. We assist individuals in obtaining training with various training organizations, for careers in the Transportation, Distribution and Logistics industry and
in the Manufacturing industry.

Provides legal assistance and community education to low-income individuals in the areas of domestic violence, family law, elder law, housing, immigration, human trafficking, employment and other legal areas.

Helps caregivers (55+) plan for children’s long-term care by helping to establish a stronger support system through case management and linkages to community resources, to ensure the well-being and safety of the children and caregivers. Services are for foster, adoptive, and guardianship families in which concerns had been raised.

Provides individual support, group and case management services focused on building strong and safe relationships for persons who are at risk of or have used harmful behaviors in relationships. The program is voluntary, free, and for people interested in learning more about themselves and ways to improve interactions with those they love.

Promotes academic achievement and social and emotional development among children, youth, and families to foster their success in life through individual and group counseling, family consultations, advocacy, and referrals in partnership with Chicago Public Schools in both Elementary and High Schools that are located near our center.

is a strength-based youth-driven program that connects youth with essential services to help reduce violence, stabilize their environment, and transition them into adulthood. The client must be 14-24 and actively or previously engaged in violence, have involvement with the criminal justice system, be disconnected from school, or be engaging in violent online behavior. The client must reside in Chicago Lawn or Gage Park.

Provides a safe place for court-ordered supervised visitations and safe exchanges for children exposed to domestic violence. Children visit their non-custodial parent without compromising the safety of an abused parent.

Operates during non-school hours and provides services to high-risk youth between the ages of 6 and 17. Programs expand the range of choices and opportunities that enable, empower and encourage youth to achieve positive growth and development, improve expectations and capacities for future success, and avoid risk-taking behavior. Programs provide youth with safe environments, caring adult role models, and guide them toward skills and opportunities to serve their communities.

Offer high-quality, full-day services to children ages 6 weeks to five years in the Chicago Lawn and Greater Englewood communities. Routines, activities and events teach children
to learn through play and develop social skills to prepare them for school. Team members design activities that meet children at their skill levels,
so they can learn at their own pace with materials that interest them. Parents receive support and resources to meet personal and family goals in the areas of employment, housing, health, nutrition, and advocating
for their children.

Provides limited subsidized employment opportunities and work-based learning experience. The program targets low-to-moderate income Chicago residents who lack competitive workforce experience. Subsidized employment support is followed up with permanent unsubsidized employment support. The ultimate goal is to help individuals advance along their chosen career pathway.